Lasha Bekauri (90 kg) captured the gold medal at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam in the United Arab Emirates, defeating Moldova’s Mihail Latisev in the final. The victory marks the two-time Olympic champion’s fourth career Grand Slam gold.

Georgia’s strong showing continues, with heavyweight Irakli Demetrashvili set to compete for a bronze medal in today’s final block.

Earlier in the tournament, Giorgi Sardalashvili earned a bronze medal in the 60 kg category, adding to the team’s medal tally.